PumpHouse Theatre Courtyard Canopy Project

The PumpHouse courtyard canopy will provide weather protection for patrons using the bathroom facilities, somewhere sheltered for children to eat their lunch after a show, and a space to host gala functions which overlooks the beautiful Lake Pupuke.

We have partnered with Shade Systems to design and build the canopy, along with Dave Pearson Architects who have ensured the design compliments the existing building’s heritage architecture.

We wanted a solution that was affordable, easy to maintain and with a construction timeline that minimised disruption to the theatre. The Trust Board have considered several options before settling on our preferred concept designed by Shade Systems. We were impressed with the Shade Systems proposal and their enthusiasm for The PumpHouse and for designing a custom solution that worked within the existing structures.

We have the support of the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board, Auckland Council and Heritage New Zealand, and have obtained the necessary consents to begin construction.

Our goal is to raise a modest $60,000 to complete construction and associated improvements to landscaping and lighting.

Thanks to a generous grant from the Becroft Foundation, we have already funded approximately $12,000 for Heritage Impact assessments, Heritage Architects, and resources consents.

To complete the project, we aim to raise an additional $60,000.